Chemical Tech Lead

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems•Crawfordville, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists chemists and chemical engineers conducting chemical and physical laboratory tests using instrumental techniques in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids and gaseous materials related to product development or quality control of production processes or products. Performs quantitative and qualitative analyses in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical chemistry, photochemistry or electrochemistry to determine the chemical and physical properties of materials, liquids and gases. Requires full proficiency in a range of technical processes or procedures through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience. Completes a variety of atypical assignments. Works within defined technical processes and procedures or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments. Works with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused only on complex new assignments. Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience. Performs manual tasks according to established procedures.

Requirements

Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
Analytical chemistry.
Calibration.
Laboratory equipment operation.
Precision measurement.
Sample collection.
Record keeping.
Laboratory equipment maintenance.
Scientific testing.
Test monitoring.
Standard operating procedure.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree Discipline/Major: Chemistry or related discipline preferred

Responsibilities

Determines the physical and chemical properties of compounds and materials using quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis.
Performs a variety of chemical tests using instrumental methods and standard test equipment.
Prepares materials for laboratory examination and conducts quality, safety, and compliance assessments.
Follows established SOPs.
Sets up and maintains lab equipment.
Records and tabulates data and documents observations and results.